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Lukoil deal accused of being sanctions evasion scheme

Original: The Lukoil oil deal is a multibillion dollar sanctions evasion scheme that benefits both Russia and Trump associates: "U

Critics say the proposed Lukoil oil deal amounts to a multibillion-dollar sanctions evasion scheme benefiting both Russia and associates of Donald Trump. The claim centers on the argument that U.S. approval of the sale would release the assets from American sanctions, instantly increasing their value. The allegation has drawn attention amid ongoing debate over enforcement of Russia-related sanctions and ties between Moscow and Trump-linked figures.

Why now: A high-profile allegation connecting a major Russian oil company, US sanctions policy, and Trump associates is drawing intense scrutiny.

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• The Lukoil oil deal is a multibillion dollar sanctions evasion scheme that benefits both Russia and Trump associates: "U.S. approval for the sale would release the assets from American sanctions, instantly increasing their value." https://www. nytimes.com/2026/10/03/us/poli… · jrefior@hachyderm.io · 3

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